South Africa
Marshall Islands
Marshall Islands visa for South African citizens
Entry requirement
South African citizens can get a visa on arrival in the Marshall Islands, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which Marshall Islands visa?
Visa on Arrival and V-1 Visitor Visa
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days
- Fee
- US$100
All visa types for the Marshall Islands
For the tourist visa, the Marshall Islands’ official sources give a standard fee of US$100. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Up to 90 days.
Citizens of the Marshall Islands travelling to South Africa
Marshall IslandsSouth Africa Visa required South Africa visa for citizens of the Marshall Islands
Travel advice for the Marshall Islands
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
South African citizens planning a trip to the Marshall Islands can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates the Marshall Islands at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 20 May 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to the Marshall Islands (updated 19 March 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for the Marshall Islands (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long South African citizens can stay in the Marshall Islands
South African citizens may stay in the Marshall Islands for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to the Marshall Islands.
How South African citizens apply
South African citizens receive the visa for the Marshall Islands at the port of entry, so they should have their passport, the fee and any documents the officers may ask for, such as a return ticket.
Citizens of the Marshall Islands travelling to South Africa
South Africa requires citizens of the Marshall Islands to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do South African citizens need a visa for the Marshall Islands?
South African citizens can get a visa on arrival in the Marshall Islands, valid for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can South African citizens stay in the Marshall Islands?
South African citizens can stay in the Marshall Islands for up to 90 days with a visa on arrival.
How much does the Marshall Islands tourist visa cost?
The Marshall Islands’ official sources give a standard fee of US$100 for the tourist visa.
Do citizens of the Marshall Islands need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa requires citizens of the Marshall Islands to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can South African citizens enter the Marshall Islands visa-free?
No; South African citizens need a visa on arrival in the Marshall Islands.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.